4 Vital Tips for Brazilian Butt Lift Recovery
Let’s be honest, we all want a perfect butt. Many of us try to squat, lung, dance or run our way there, but our butt isn’t as perky or pronounced as we’d like. The good news is, with a Brazilian butt lift, you can increase the size and shape of your derriere so that your back end looks as perfect as J.Lo and Shakira at the Super Bowl halftime show. One of the most important phases in the journey to your dream backside is recovery time. Below, we will discuss the entire process, so that you fully understand the care required after your BBL.
What is a Brazilian butt lift?
A Brazilian butt lift is a procedure that improves the size and shape of the buttocks without using implants. During a Brazilian butt lift, your surgeon will remove excess fat from either the stomach, hips, back, or thighs using liposuction, then some of the fat is injected into the buttocks to increase size and perkiness of the backside.
Top Tips for Brazilian Butt Lift Recovery
Since this procedure involves liposuction, BBL recovery time can be more extensive. Immediately following the procedure, the patient can expect to have bruising and swelling in the area or areas where liposuction was performed. Your surgeon will provide specific BBL aftercare instructions that you should adhere to. Most people can expect to be able to move around two to three days after surgery.
Tip #1: Switch to Non-Narcotic Pain Meds After a Few Days
Your surgeon may provide medication to help suppress the pain. A few days after the initial recovery days, it’s best to switch to a pain medication that you will be able to drive while taking. Narcotic pain medications can also cause uncomfortable constipation, which can make recovering from a BBL even worse.
Tip #2: Wear Compression Garments
It is likely that your plastic surgeon will suggest you wear a special compression garment for around 8 weeks after the surgery to treat the areas where liposuction was performed to ensure these areas heal correctly. Compression garments can also help to lessen swelling and discomfort.
Tip #3: Avoid Sitting Directly on Your Butt
One of the more notable pieces of BBL aftercare involves patients being instructed to avoid sitting directly on their buttocks for 8 weeks, which can be difficult at times. You will be instructed to sleep on your stomach or sides to avoid sleeping on your butt.
Tip #4: Get a BBL Pillow
After your surgery, you will want to use a special cushion, which will also allow for the circulation of the blood flow into the buttocks. HZ even provides these pillows to patients after a BBL!
Now that you know what to expect after a Brazilian butt lift, if you’re interested in learning more about Brazilian butt lift in Orlando, including what to expect before and during your surgery, call HZ Plastic Surgery today!